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Crocosmia 'Gold Rush'

Also Known As

  • Crocosmia 'Gold Rush™'
  • Gold Rush Montbretia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Crocosmia 'Gold Rush' plant details

Crocosmia 'Gold Rush' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer bronze and orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Gold Rush'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Flowers: bronze and orange blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Gold Rush'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large golden flowers.

Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Gold Rush' plant

How to Grow Crocosmia 'Gold Rush'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

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Size

Height: 36"-48"

Width: 6"-24"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 15"-20"

Width: 12"-36"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 18"-24"

Width: 9"-18"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 18"-36"

  • sun
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 24"-30"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
  • dry in summer
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